User manual PRIMARE CD21

[. . . ] 2 Power connection. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Safety instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Switching on and off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 USING THE CD20 COMPACT DISC PLAYER To stop play. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . [. . . ] 11 CD21 COMPACT DISC PLAYER USER GUIDE III IV CD21 COMPACT DISC PLAYER USER GUIDE INTRODUCTION Welcome to the Primare CD21 Compact Disc Player!This chapter introduces you to its key features, and explains how you can use it to achieve superb sound from your CD collection. Welcome to the CD21 Compact Disc Player Every component of the CD21, from the CD transport to the audio output stage, has been designed to achieve the highest possible audio performance. Top of the range Ultra Silent transport mechanism The Primare CD21 Compact Disc Player uses an advanced DVS mechanism. A precision crystal clock oscillator is used in addition to the use of jitter correction Burr-Brown DIR1703 to ensure low jitter, for excellent audio performance. Precision digital to analogue conversion Digital to analogue conversion is performed by two 24 bit Burr-Brown PCM 1738 D/A converter and filter, capable of handling up to 24 bit input data at a 96kHz sampling rate. They are configured in an internally balanced topology to perform a THD cancellation process. In addition to providing standard RCA audio outputs the CD21 includes a gold-plated S/PDIF digital output, an optical TOS-link, and advanced AES/EBU. CD21 COMPACT DISC PLAYER USER GUIDE No compromise power supply for the highest possible performance The Primare CD21 Compact Disc Player uses eight separate isolated power supplies for the digital, analogue circuits, and transport mechanism, for maximum isolation. For the analogue part, discrete and ultrafast regulation is used. The result is an extremely high signal to noise ratio, allowing you to take full advantage of the dynamic range possible with CD. Careful design for mechanical stability As with all Primare units, the CD21 Compact Disc Player is housed in an alloy heavy gauge steel chassis, which provides strength, rigidity, and screening, while being effective at damping vibrations from external sources. The front panel design isolates the display circuitry from the audio circuitry to avoid interference. 1 INTRODUCTION Intuitive user interface In keeping with the philosophy of the Primare range of systems, the CD21 can be controlled through a very simple and intuitive interface, designed so that it will not distract you from the pleasure of listening to music on your system. In fact most of the features of the CD21 can be accessed through just six front panel push buttons. The full set of functions, including scan and programming, is available using the remote control supplied with the CD21. Alternatively, all the functions of the CD21 can be controlled by the optional C22 remote control, along with the other Primare components in your system. Technical specification Mechanism D/A Converter Output Analogue Output Impedance Frequency Response Signal to Noise Ratio Harmonic Distortion Digital Output DVS "Ultra Silent" 2 x Burr-Brown PCM 1738 2. 0 VRMS 100 20Hz ­ 20kHz (+0/0. 2dB) 105dBA <0. 01% (20Hz ­ 20kHz) 75 coaxial (SPDIF) 110 AES/EBU TOSlink Standby <16W 430 x 385 x 100mm 10kg Power Consumption Dimensions Weight Using the CD21 with other Primare products Although the CD21 Compact Disc Player is flexible enough to work with virtually any other equipment you have in your system, it is ideally suited for use with the Primare I21 Integrated Amplifier. A particular benefit of using the CD21 with a Primare preamplifier is that you can control your entire system with a single remote control, to give you a fully integrated system with the simplest possible user interface. 2 CD21 COMPACT DISC PLAYER USER GUIDE HOW TO GET STARTED This chapter introduces the back panel connections and the front panel controls of the CD21 Compact Disc Player. Power connection Warning: Before connecting power check that the required supply voltage, indicated on the back panel, corresponds to your local AC supply. If a different voltage is stated on the type plate do not connect the CD21 to the mains power, and seek advice from your dealer. NOTE: Always disconnect the CD21 and all other units in the system from the mains power before connecting or disconnecting any of the cables. Failure to do this might seriously damage the unit. Switching on and off To switch on · Use the main switch under the left-hand edge of the housing (1). During normal operation you can leave the CD21 switched on and in standby mode. Safety instructions To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose this appliance to dripping or splashing. No objects filled with liquids, such as vases, should be placed on the CD21. If you want to build in the CD21 you need to be sure to allow space of at least 20 cm behind, 10 cm on both sides and 30 cm above the top panel of the unit. Also make sure that the main switch is accessable. CD21 COMPACT DISC PLAYER USER GUIDE 1 To switch on from standby or to standby · Pressing on the front panel or on the remote control, will change the standby mode. 3 HOW TO GET STARTED Back panel connections A B C H G F E D A. Analog audio outputs 4 CD21 COMPACT DISC PLAYER USER GUIDE HOW TO GET STARTED Audio outputs The CD21 provides alternative audio outputs. [. . . ] You can increase the scanning by pressing the button (reverse) or the button (forward) again. A selected track numbered higher than 15 will be indicated by a flashing 15+ symbol on the front panel display The track number also flashes in the track list on the right-hand side of the display: PROGRAM Programming a selection of tracks The CD21 Compact Disc Player allows you to program a selection of tracks on the current disc. You can then play just the tracks you have selected. The compact discplayer will then automatically return to the start of of the section you have marked and play back repeatedly. The A-B symbol in the front panel display will be cleared. 10 CD21 COMPACT DISC PLAYER USER GUIDE PROGRAMMING THE CD21 COMPACT DISC PLAYER To play the selection you have programmed · Press the button on the remote control. [. . . ]